London Performing Arts school
Find the light within you through singing, acting, improv and movement.
Lights up! will ignite the spark within you.
What We Do
Your time to shine!
Lights UP creates a warm, safe and inclusive space that stimulates and challenges all ages to perform, from beginners to the most experienced of performers. We enhance our students' singing, acting, improvising and dancing abilities. Our classes improve and promote confidence, concentration, teamwork and social interaction; of course, there will always be room for fun, laughter and new friends!

Scene work
Our Scene Work subject covers the foundations of acting and practice with scripts and staging. We also cover techniques such as the 'Meisner, Uta Hagen, and Stanislavski techniques.

Improv
Improv is the best work for helping actors to build confidence, courage, and creativity and teaches us to trust our instincts. It helps us to stay out of our heads, listen and respond honestly. And then most of all... it is So Much Fun!

About Us
20 Years Of Experience In The Performing Arts
In Teaching Sector
Lights Up Perform was created by Broadway and West End stars Kristen Gaetz and Yvette Robinson. With over 20 years of experience in the Performing Arts, and having participated in numerous productions, our founders decided to share their skills and knowledge with children, teens, and adults. We focus on bringing out their inner confidence through improv games, drama exercises, and singing and dancing lessons.
At Lights Up Perform, we want to guide and empower our students to find the light in themselves, their own identity, and their strengths. We want to be a channel for them to flourish, all in a fun, magical, and uplifting environment.
Attention! Lights Up! The show is about to start.
Our Programmes
We offer exclusive programmes for kids, teens and adults

- Lights Up Kids
- Ages 8-12
- Mon 5-8:30PM
- 12 week term
- Spring Term 2025
Please Enquire for Cost

The Drama Studio
Fulham Boys School

- Lights Up Teens
- Ages 13 and up
- Monday 7-8:30PM
- 12 week term
- 2025 Spring term
Please Enquire for Cost

The Drama Studio
Fulham Boys School

- Lights Up Corporate Improvisation
- Bespoke Group Sessions
- Groups of 6 and up
- Please email us for more information
About Us
Over 20 Years Of Experience In The Performing Arts
Lights Up Perform was created by Broadway and West End stars Kristen Gaetz and Yvette Robinson. With over 20 years of experience in the Performing Arts, and having participated in numerous productions, our founders decided to share their skills and knowledge with children, teens, and adults. We focus on bringing out their inner confidence through improv games, drama exercises, and singing and dancing lessons.
At Lights Up Perform, we want to guide and empower our students to find the light in themselves, their own identity, and their strengths. We want to be a channel for them to flourish, all in a fun, magical, and uplifting environment.
Meet Our Teachers
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Our Events
Events and workshops for all age groups

26th-29th
June
2024
- Night Of The Musicals
Join our co-founder Kristen in this year’s show, “A Night at the Musicals 2”!
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We are thrilled to announce that our co-founder Kristen is deeply involved in this year’s TLC Estate Agents & Earls Courtiers Community Theatre show, “A Night at the Musicals 2” Wednesday, June 26 -Saturday June 29th. Kristen has been a co-director, choreographer, and performer in countless productions over the years, and her excitement for this year’s show is contagious. This event has created a buzz in the community like no other, year after year, bringing people together through the love of theatre. This production will highlight the extraordinary talent of our students and huge talent in the community, bringing our community together for an unforgettable night.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the magic! Book your tickets now!
- 26th - 29th June
- TLC Estate Agents & Earls Courtiers Community Theatre show

7th
June
2024
- Singing Fundraiser
Join Kristen Gaetz and Friends on June 7th at the iconic Beatrix Potter Globe!
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Step into the enchanting world of musical theatre with Kristen Gaetz and Friends on June 7th at the iconic Beatrix Potter Globe! From Broadway hits to West End wonders, get ready for an evening of melodies that will tug at your heartstrings and lift your spirits. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special. We are raising money for the art and music department at Bousfield Primary School.
Book your tickets now via TLC estate agents and prepare to be dazzled by Kristen Gaetz, Yvette Robinson and Friends!
- Friday, 7:00 PM
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Beatrix Potter Globe
Bousfield School Earl’s Court

16th
Nov
2024
- Xmas Lights Switch On
Join us on SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16th as we mark the start of the most magical time of the Year with the Chelsea Christmas Light Switch on the main stage @3pm at Duke Of York Square , Chelsea
- 3.00pm
- Duke Of York Square ,Chelsea SW34LY

Our Testimonials
What Our Parents Say About Lights Up Perform
" I love Lights Up! " Monday used to be my most boring day, but now I have something to look forward to. It is the best class ever. The teachers are always so supportive and have made me feel so much more confident. My favourite part is that we perform shows in front of parents and friends and in public. The bonus part is at the end of term; we have a Light up! Party! "
“My daughter absolutely loves attending lights up perform drama classes. Performing in front of people was a challenge for my daughter, but after few sessions she told me that she loves it and looks forward to going every week. Margaux has grown in her confidence, in creative expression, in social interaction, she is learning so much every week. She is so happy. Learning a script, improvisational techniques, singing, dancing…are challenging for the children and they really love it!
Thank you for your hard work…all your techniques to improve public confidence are very professional!”
Our daughter joined Lights Up from the very beginning, and it was an immediate hit. It is the highlight of her week. Her confidence and ability have grown hand over hand under the expert stewardship of Yvette and Kristen. They have managed to create a warm, safe and inclusive platform that stimulates and challenges children to perform, whatever their ability or experience. Whilst there is clear focus and discipline there is also ample space for fun and laughter. Parents are kept up-to-date on what’s happening and are regularly invited to come and see their children perform.
I just want to thank you so much for all the incredible work you do. I deeply believe there is no greater way for the children to learn how to express themselves, become more confident while having fun and creating memories that will stay with them forever. Is pure joy for me to see them acting, singing and dancing. Seeing them how children should be ! Happy and thoughtless. What you two do is simply amazing and I admire you for all the passion and love you put into it.
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Mr Iain Jones joins Lights Up! Team
We are super excited to announce our special masterclass west end teacher for this term 🥁..Mr Iain Jones ⭐️ Iain

You Choose Your Stage!
Here at Lights Up! Perform, we believe “Life is the stage, and you can perform wherever and whenever you want”.

OPEN AIR CINEMA EVENT 2022
We are so excited to have been approached by the TLC events team to be invited to perform at the annual open-air cinema